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Ski area Dachstein West
Information about the ski area
| Highest point: | 2,100 m | Gondola lift: | 11 |
| Lowest point: | 780 m | Pistes in total: | 131 km |
| Altitude ski resort: | 513 m |
Pistes:
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44 km |
| Lifts in total: | 57 |
Pistes:
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80 km |
| Tow lifts: | 35 |
Pistes:
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7 km |
| Chair lifts: | 11 | Ski routes: | 40 km |
Ski area Dachstein West
The lift pass "Dachstein West" offers you a total of 131 km of pistes and 57 lifts in the ski areas Gosau, Russbach and Annaberg as well as the Freesports Arena Dachstein Krippenstein and the additonal ski areas Feuerkogel, Karkogel, St. Martin, Lungötz as well as Dürrnberg, which are connected via free ski buses. Thus, you will surely find your personal favourite piste in a fantastic scenery. Numerous "Gaudi-Pisten" (fun pistes) in the ski region promise a varied skiing holiday with lots of fun! In addition to various mogul pistes, steep pistes, slalom and speed tracks, the popular Dachstein West snow park in Russbach provides even more action. Enjoy a unique mountain panorama in the region and a versatile of fun on the pistes for beginners, advanced skiers and professionals!
The house ski area, the Freesports Arena "Dachstein-Krippenstein", extends to heights of 608 - 2,100 m and offers access to one of the longest valley runs in Austria: A total of 11 km of pistes lead from the summit down into the valley. Here, 2 km are marked blue and 9 km red piste. Families, beginners and pleasure skiers are in particularly good hands.
In fact, the biggest adventure in the Dachstein-Krippenstein Arena takes place next to the perfectly groomed pistes. The skiing area is known as a true Eldorado for freeriders and an absolute hot spot for exciting deep snow runs. The 30 km off-piste variants Schönberg, Angeralm, Imisl and Eisgrube promise untouched snow and a difference in altitude of an incredible 1,500 metres. Between ridges and woods the hearts of enthusiastic freeriders beat faster and a feeling of unlimited freedom spreads. Pure deep snow fun!
For children, a children's ski paradise is located next to the valley station: the Krippi Park. Here, you can practice your first swings. A practice lift and a magic carpet take the little ones up again. Young freeriders can also gain their first experience with the ski instructors in the Outdoor Leadership Adventure Park.
An amazing skiing day with perfect snow and bombastic weather, all you need is to share it with family and friends? 4 Wi-Fi hotspots are spread over the ski area "Dachstein-Krippenstein", where you can network for free and share your pictures immediately.
The house ski area, the Freesports Arena "Dachstein-Krippenstein", extends to heights of 608 - 2,100 m and offers access to one of the longest valley runs in Austria: A total of 11 km of pistes lead from the summit down into the valley. Here, 2 km are marked blue and 9 km red piste. Families, beginners and pleasure skiers are in particularly good hands.
In fact, the biggest adventure in the Dachstein-Krippenstein Arena takes place next to the perfectly groomed pistes. The skiing area is known as a true Eldorado for freeriders and an absolute hot spot for exciting deep snow runs. The 30 km off-piste variants Schönberg, Angeralm, Imisl and Eisgrube promise untouched snow and a difference in altitude of an incredible 1,500 metres. Between ridges and woods the hearts of enthusiastic freeriders beat faster and a feeling of unlimited freedom spreads. Pure deep snow fun!
For children, a children's ski paradise is located next to the valley station: the Krippi Park. Here, you can practice your first swings. A practice lift and a magic carpet take the little ones up again. Young freeriders can also gain their first experience with the ski instructors in the Outdoor Leadership Adventure Park.
An amazing skiing day with perfect snow and bombastic weather, all you need is to share it with family and friends? 4 Wi-Fi hotspots are spread over the ski area "Dachstein-Krippenstein", where you can network for free and share your pictures immediately.
Après ski Obertraun
After skiing, you are not ready to put your legs up yet, but want to discover even more of the beautiful nature? Then winter hikes are just the thing for you. The variety of large and small winter hiking trails in and around Obertraun leaves nothing to be desired. The route along the Traun, also known as the "Koppen-Runde", is particularly beautiful: In the idyllic Koppenwinkel, the route runs alongside the snow-covered river landscape. Winter hikers can additionally enjoy a fantastic view over Obertraun, Lake Hallstatt and the snow-covered peaks of the surrounding mountains from the Obertraun high trail. Both of these routes can be easily combined in a 2-3 hour tour.
In addition to that, the "5 fingers" viewing platform, which floats 500 m above the abyss like a hand, also provides breathtaking views. The bridges are designed in different ways, one for example, is made entirely of glass and the other has a baroque frame on which you can take a nice souvenir photo in front of the backdrop.
A detour to the giant ice cave in the Dachstein is also very worthwhile. During a guided tour through the fascinating cave world you can see the ice and rock formations from close up. Light and sound shows illuminate the stalactites in all possible colours. An experience for the whole family!
If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, numerous restaurants and bars in Obertraun are recommended to you. At the "Höllwirt" (guesthouse), traditional fish specialities are served in a family atmosphere, while guests can enjoy the fantastic view of the Krippenstein Additionally, in the Dachstein Krippenstein mountain restaurant at an altitude of 2,100 m, you can enjoy regional delicacies and a panoramic view of the Dachstein glacier.
In addition to that, the "5 fingers" viewing platform, which floats 500 m above the abyss like a hand, also provides breathtaking views. The bridges are designed in different ways, one for example, is made entirely of glass and the other has a baroque frame on which you can take a nice souvenir photo in front of the backdrop.
A detour to the giant ice cave in the Dachstein is also very worthwhile. During a guided tour through the fascinating cave world you can see the ice and rock formations from close up. Light and sound shows illuminate the stalactites in all possible colours. An experience for the whole family!
If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, numerous restaurants and bars in Obertraun are recommended to you. At the "Höllwirt" (guesthouse), traditional fish specialities are served in a family atmosphere, while guests can enjoy the fantastic view of the Krippenstein Additionally, in the Dachstein Krippenstein mountain restaurant at an altitude of 2,100 m, you can enjoy regional delicacies and a panoramic view of the Dachstein glacier.
Snowpark: Snowpark Dachstein West Obertraun
The "Snowpark Dachstein West" in Rußbach is a snow park with many obstacles for the real pros. It is located approx. 25 km from Obertraun. Obstacles like 3 to 6 m butter boxes, 4 m jibs and kickers with up to 4 m height provide sufficient airtime and guarantee first-class shred sessions are maintained daily by professional shapers. Newcomers will have the opportunity to try out simpler jumps. The park also has a free Wi-Fi hotspot, so that everyone can immediately share their shred successes online.
The Dachstein West ski region offers a total of four fun parks of various levels of difficulty, so that every freestyler can get their money's worth.
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